Irene is the visionary founder behind Sage and Ylang, a skincare formulator who combines her expertise as a former Singapore Registered Nurse and a certified Pastiche Skin Consultant with the nurturing touch of a dedicated mother. Driven by her daughters’ struggles with delicate skin, Irene embarked on a personal journey that blossomed into the creation of each biome-focused product. With extensive training in Australia, UK, and Singapore, she is passionate in creating skincare using greener, sustainable ingredient alternatives to craft safe, effective, ethical and environmentally friendly personal care products, particularly targeting sensitive skin.

Her ‘less-is-more’ philosophy is at the heart of Sage and Ylang, ensuring every formulation is crafted to honor the skin’s natural ecosystem and unveil its inherent radiance.